Role Description
As a Senior Accountant with HeadQuarters, you will be responsible for managing and monitoring in a timely manner:
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Accounts Payable Management
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Payroll Processing
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Expense & Accrual Accounting
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Month-End Close and Reconciliations
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and has a strong background in accounting. The working hours for this position are 9 am - 5 pm PST.
Responsibilities:
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Accounts Payable Management:
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Review and monitor purchase requests, invoices, and workflow approvals to ensure timely and accurate processing of payments.
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Ensure compliance with company policies and vendor agreements, resolving discrepancies as needed.
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Coordinate with internal teams to gather necessary information and resolve issues related to AP.
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Payroll Processing:
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Record and reconcile payroll transactions for employees and contractors, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.
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Collaborate with HR to maintain accurate employee data for payroll purposes.
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Manage payroll tax calculations and filings in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
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Expense & Accrual Accounting:
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Manage payroll-related accruals, including Paid Time Off (PTO), bonuses, and contractor expenses.
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Monitor and track expenses across multiple platforms to ensure proper accounting treatment.
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Reconcile accrual accounts and adjust entries as needed.
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Month-End Close, Reconciliations & Flux Analysis:
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Understand general ledger (GL) coding and perform monthly reconciliations for accounts related to AP, payroll, and accruals.
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Conduct flux analysis to identify and explain significant variations in financial performance.
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Ensure all month-end close deadlines are met and deliver accurate financial reports.
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Cross-Functional Collaboration:
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Collaborate with internal teams (HR, Procurement, and Operations) to resolve outstanding financial matters and ensure accurate reporting.
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Provide timely financial information to internal stakeholders to support decision-making and business operations.
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Process Improvement:
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Identify opportunities for process enhancements in accounts payable, payroll, and financial reporting.
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Implement best practices and automation to improve efficiency, reduce errors, and streamline financial operations.
Qualifications
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Bachelorβs degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
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CPA or equivalent professional certification preferred.
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5+ years of experience in accounting, with a focus on accounts payable, payroll processing, and month-end close.
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Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and reconciliation processes.
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Experience with financial systems (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks, SAP) and payroll platforms.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis).
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Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
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Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Benefits
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Fully remote position
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Internal Learning and Development Advisor / Consultant to support your growth
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Salary increase opportunities based on performance
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Opportunities for professional growth; working with the largest companies in the expanding cannabis industry ($10M+ monthly revenues).